Texas (Cooking) is big enough to acknowledge a cookbook from our neighbor
to the north, Oklahoma. This spiral-bound volume (it lies nice and flat
when open) is one of the "best of" series done by Quail Ridge Press. They
have compiled their selections from 59 of Oklahoma's leading cookbooks, and
come up with this volume of which they can be proud. The recipes, from
Appetizers to Desserts, are for the most part good home cooking -- dishes
that have been passed down and improved upon. This book will lift the
spirits of every cook who ever wrestled with the daily dilemma of
"What am I gonna cook tonight?" There are a few surprises like Rabbit
Stir-Fry, which isn't so surprising if you think about it, and Low-Fat
Clam Chowder, which you do not necessarily associate with Oklahoma.
Some favorites of mine are Terry's White Chili, Jalapeņo Corn Pudding,
Frozen Chocolate Crunch and the Banana Pudding Cake, an unbelievable
low-fat dish. Sprinkled throughout are numerous tidbits of Oklahoma trivia
(Did you know that the first Boy Scout Troop in the US was founded in
Oklahoma in 1909? I didn't think so.).

Containing 384 recipes, Best of the Best from Oklahoma is a valuable
addition to any cook's collection. The everyday cook will refer to it
again and again.